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A Giant Wool Form by Nicola Turner Heaves and Skitters Through an 18th-Century Chapel

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2 days ago

Denim gardens and gauze portraits feature in free London textile exhibition

The Saatchi Gallery hosts a free exhibition showcasing diverse textile artworks, including installations by Ian Berry and Magda Sayeg.
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A Giant Wool Form by Nicola Turner Heaves and Skitters Through an 18th-Century Chapel

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fromianVisits
2 days ago

Denim gardens and gauze portraits feature in free London textile exhibition

The Saatchi Gallery hosts a free exhibition showcasing diverse textile artworks, including installations by Ian Berry and Magda Sayeg.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Petal passion, super-surreal Polaroids and Billy Childish's California the week in art

Kettle's Yard showcases artists' floral passion, while other exhibitions feature diverse contemporary art themes and historical reflections on trauma and beauty.
#yerba-buena-center-for-the-arts
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fromFuncheap
18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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fromFuncheap
18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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fromFuncheap
18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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fromFuncheap
18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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fromFuncheap
18 hours ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
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fromArtnet News
20 hours ago

Here's What LACMA's Lavish New Building Looks Like | Artnet News

The new LACMA building, designed by Peter Zumthor, offers a unique architectural experience that blends contemporary and classical art.
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

Tutto Boetti 1966-1993

The exhibition presents approximately 30 works by Alighiero Boetti, beginning with a core group from the museum's permanent collection, including early works from the 1960s.
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fromTime Out New York
20 hours ago

This sprawling free NYC art show just opened at MoMA PS1

MoMA PS1's 'Greater New York 2026' showcases over 150 works from 53 artists, reflecting the current creative landscape of New York City.
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

7 New Art Books to Step Into Spring | Artnet News

Casa Kahlo offers an unprecedented look into the famed Mexican painter's family home, Casa Roja, which stands just blocks away from Casa Azul in Mexico City. Kahlo would retreat to Casa Roja when Casa Azul got crazy.
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fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Unseen George Condo Works Arrive at Auction From Anna Condo's Collection

Anna Condo is auctioning her ex-husband George Condo's artworks, marking a significant moment in her artistic journey.
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fromArchitectural Digest
2 days ago

At Home in Brooklyn, Mark Grattan Rolls Up His Sleeves

Mark Grattan transformed his Bed-Stuy rental into a unique design space, reflecting his creative vision and craftsmanship.
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fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Strange Afterlife of Confederate Monuments

Confederate monuments transform in meaning and power when removed, revealing their complex histories and new interpretations.
fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Explore Notable Lots from the New Orleans Auction Galleries Spring Sale

"The Fine Art and Design sale brings together an exciting selection of works that reflect some of the most enduring ideas in modern and contemporary art. You'll find pieces that explore the human form as a space for storytelling and identity, alongside works that offer nuanced perspectives on sexuality."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump tweets, penguins and human-sized chess: NGV unveils blockbuster 2026 Triennial

Jenny Holzer's artwork WTF reflects chaos in digital conversation and explores themes of truth and authority in contemporary society.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

It was life-changing': the celebrated art historian who spent 46 years sitting for Frank Auerbach

Euan Uglow's last painting, Potiphar's Wife, was sold at Christie's, and art historian Catherine Lampert reflects on her connection to the artist.
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fromArtnet News
3 days ago

A Data Analysis of the 2026 Venice Biennale Signals a Shift to the Present | Artnet News

The 2026 Venice Biennale shifts focus back to contemporary artists, emphasizing mid-career figures and a rebalanced global representation.
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fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

Jeremy Frey: The Generational Impact of a New Artistic Path

Jeremy Frey, a celebrated Indigenous weaver, blends traditional techniques with contemporary art, earning a MacArthur Fellowship for his innovative work.
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fromArtnet News
4 days ago

Go Time! Gagosian Christens New Madison Avenue Space With Duchamp Readymades | Artnet News

Larry Gagosian will open a new gallery space at 980 Madison Avenue featuring Marcel Duchamp's readymades on April 25.
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fromKALTBLUT Magazine
4 days ago

New Woman, New Vision. Women Photographers of the Bauhaus - KALTBLUT Magazine

The exhibition at Bauhaus-Archiv celebrates women photographers' contributions from the Bauhaus movement and contemporary artists, showcasing 300 photographs from 17 April to 4 October 2026.
#art-fairs
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fromianVisits
4 days ago

Free exhibition showcases centuries of Korean ceramic craft

The Korean Cultural Centre in London showcases Icheon ceramics, blending traditional and contemporary craftsmanship until June 2026.
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fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

What Is a "Post-Duchamp" Art World?

Duchamp's work reflects a continuous dialogue between past and future, showcasing his genius in anticipating museum logic.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

This scene is alive': Abidjan art week showcases city as growing cultural hub

The after-hours special showcase was first tested in January 2024 on the sidelines of the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament hosted and won by Cote d'Ivoire.
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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Painting With Blood: Who Does It and Who Collects It

Blood is used as a medium in contemporary art, challenging traditional boundaries of artistic practice.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Patron saint Sebastian depicted as Asian trans man in National Gallery - LGBTQ Nation

Ming Wong's residency at the National Gallery reinterprets St. Sebastian through contemporary art, blending historical and modern LGBTQ+ themes.
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fromArtnet News
6 days ago

The Women Defining Printmaking at the 2026 IFPDA Print Fair

Women artists showcased innovative prints at the IFPDA fair, highlighting the accessibility and diversity of printmaking in the art market.
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fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair Has Taken Off Its Training Wheels

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair showcases the evolution and diversity of printmaking through a global community of artists and exhibitors.
fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

Marcel Duchamp Was the Messenger of History

Duchamp's 'Fountain' is the message that brings us the news. No longer was art judged by skill, craftsmanship, even beauty - it could be anything an artist called art.
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fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

In Kyoung Chun: Make Room

Kyoung Chun's creative practice moves between painting and site-specific installation. Interactive works extend the language of painting beyond the canvas, inviting viewers into environments that challenge perception and encourage connection.
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fromJuxtapoz
7 months ago
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Chris "Daze" Ellis "Orchid Rain on the Underground" @ PPOW Gallery, NYC

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fromBerlin Art Link
1 week ago

Preview of 'Vessel & Voyager' at AdK | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition 'Vessel and Voyager' showcases 25 artists exploring identity and history through intimate works created during crises.
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fromJuxtapoz
7 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Chris "Daze" Ellis "Orchid Rain on the Underground" @ PPOW Gallery, NYC

Chris 'Daze' Ellis's exhibition showcases the legacy of 1970s and 80s graffiti art through new paintings and installations.
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fromArtforum
1 week ago

K-POP, FUNGI, AND TERRACE RAVES: Art Basel Hong Kong 2026

Hong Kong Art Week showcased numerous events amid economic uncertainty, highlighting new galleries and diverse artistic expressions.
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fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

The Corporeal, Bizarre Photography of Torbjrn Rdland

Torbjørn Rødland's new exhibition features a shift towards simpler photographic styles, emphasizing suggested features and everyday observations.
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fromArtnet News
1 week ago

Newly Appointed CEO Kong Lingyi on Leading UCCA Into Its Next Decade

UCCA Center for Contemporary Art in Beijing transitions leadership with Kong Lingyi as CEO, emphasizing sustainable development and broader audience engagement.
fromHyperallergic
1 week ago

Art and Springtime in Upstate NY

A new report found that museums and cultural centers founded and led by people of color in the Northeast face severe staffing shortages, with over a third of responding institutions lacking a single full-time employee.
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fromArtnet News
1 week ago

David Nott Brings Textured Abstraction to the Screen with LG Gallery+

David Nott's textile works blend sculpture, design, and craft, with his 'Color Riddle' series emphasizing color, shape, and texture.
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fromColossal
1 week ago

Brushstrokes Transform into Beaded Topographies in Liza Lou's Mixed-Media Paintings

Mid-20th-century artists innovated with loose brushstrokes, while Liza Lou uses beads to explore gesture and intention in her work.
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fromBerlin Art Link
2 weeks ago

Arte Laguna Prize Open Call | Berlin Art Link

Applications for the 21st Arte Laguna Prize are open until June 30, 2026, offering opportunities for emerging artists worldwide.
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fromBerlin Art Link
2 weeks ago

Review of Group Show Anahita Sadighi Gallery | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition 'Let Us Believe in the Dawn of Spring' celebrates renewal through diverse artistic expressions coinciding with the Persian New Year.
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fromDesign Milk
2 weeks ago

This Collaboration Is True Memphis with Modern Funk

Contemporary design embraces vibrant color and texture, reflecting emotional connections and cultural narratives, moving away from the drab palettes of modernity.
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fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

At Frieze Los Angeles, Textiles Are No Longer on the Fringe

Textiles have transitioned from craft to a prominent medium in contemporary art, gaining recognition and high prices at major art fairs.
fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

Shakers Were Ahead of Their Time-Six Objects Illuminate Their Genius

The Shakers embraced the concept of radical simplicity in everyday life, as well as mandatory celibacy, pacifism, and gender equality, which continue to resonate today.
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fromBOOOOOOOM!
2 weeks ago

Capture 2026 Guide: 6 Exhibitions & Installations to See

Capture Photography Festival in Vancouver showcases diverse exhibitions and public art projects, uniting emerging and established artists.
fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

$160 Million Auction Haul in Hong Kong Provides Much-Needed Momentum for the Region | Artnet News

Christie's led the evening-sale race, with a total haul of HK$655.76 million ($83.8 million), a 17 percent increase from the same sale last year. It had no withdrawals.
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fromFrenchly
2 weeks ago

9 Things to Do in Paris in April 2026 - Frenchly

April in Paris brings vibrant events, art fairs, and cultural experiences as the city awakens to spring.
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from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Rachel Simon Marino's off-kilter Day Glo world aims to overwhelm - 48 hills

Rachel Simon Marino's paintings evoke feelings of overwhelm and anticipation, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in dynamic, story-like scenes.
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fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

Miart 2026 Reimagines the Fair as a Layered Journey for Visitors

Miart 2026 will feature 160 galleries from 24 countries, focusing on contemporary art themes and innovative presentations.
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fromArtnet News
2 weeks ago

The Director of Mumok on How to Make Museums Feel Alive Again

Contemporary art reflects a tension between preservation and connection, emphasizing presence and continuity with history through curatorial practices.
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fromPAPER Magazine
2 weeks ago

The PAPER Guide to Downtown's Best Spring Art Shows

Downtown art scene offers a raw, honest depiction of today's art market, contrasting with the polished Chelsea galleries.
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fromObserver
2 weeks ago

Robert Wiesenberger On Thinking Relationally and Brooklyn's Art World Ambitions

Robert Wiesenberger joins the Brooklyn Museum as Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, aiming to enhance its collection and address contemporary issues.
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fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

The Art Consultancy Firm Saying No to the Attention Economy

Approximately Blue prioritizes anonymity and substance over visibility and social media presence in the contemporary art market.
#art-paris
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fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Art Paris 2026 Returns to the Grand Palais, Framing Language and Reparation Within an Architectural Landmark

Art Paris 2026 will feature 165 galleries and two themes: language and reparation, at the renovated Grand Palais from April 9-12.
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fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Art Paris 2026 Returns to the Grand Palais, Framing Language and Reparation Within an Architectural Landmark

Art Paris 2026 will feature 165 galleries and two themes: language and reparation, at the renovated Grand Palais from April 9-12.
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Tracey Emin's Therapy Art

For much of his career, Ed Woodham has worked in performance art, public art, installation, and social practice - those forms created to engage communities outside the white cube.
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fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Tracey Emin's Cult of the Self

Entering Tracey Emin's retrospective A Second Life at Tate Modern evokes the unsettling sensation of reading someone's personal diary, as her entire body of work reflects intimate experiences.
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fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

A $30 Million Trove of Minimalist Masterpieces Is Heading to Christie's

A collection of Minimalist masterpieces by Henry S. McNeil Jr. will be featured in Christie's Spring auctions in New York.
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fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Remembering Calvin Tompkins, Rhoda Roberts, and Agosto Machado

Calvin Tomkins, a prominent art writer, passed away, leaving a legacy of influential profiles and contributions to contemporary art.
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fromKALTBLUT Magazine
3 weeks ago

Fetishnale Berlin 2026: A Daring Celebration of Desire and Art - KALTBLUT Magazine

Fetishnale Berlin 2026 is an art festival exploring fetish, BDSM, and kink through diverse creative expressions from April 21 to 26.
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fromJuxtapoz
3 weeks ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Jonas Wood Holds Court @ Gagosian, Beverly Hills

Jonas Wood's exhibition features new tennis court paintings, showcasing abstracted perspectives of matches from ATP, WTA, and Olympic tournaments.
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fromBerlin Art Link
3 weeks ago

Open Call for Berlin Art Week Featured Section | Berlin Art Link

The Featured section highlights projects in newly discovered locations, opening the city's art landscape to diverse, experimental and site-specific approaches.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 weeks ago

British artist Simon Fujiwara tackles Guernica, syphilis and the death of a Japanese pornstar in Luxembourg survey exhibition

This depicts Guernica after the battle. The figures are no longer fighting. They're in a giant pile. They're exhausted and there's a sunrise on a new day behind them. The title of the work is A Whole New World (for Who?). It's asking what's going to happen after the conflicts that we have. Who's going to be taken into that new world?
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fromJuxtapoz
4 weeks ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Vignettes & Mutations: Eric White @ GRIMM Gallery, NYC

Eric White's exhibition 'Vignettes & Mutations' reinterprets past works, creating a refracted retrospective that connects earlier ideas with contemporary compositions.
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fromColossal
3 weeks ago

Goran Konjevod Transforms Paper into Elegantly Organic Origami Vessels

Goran Konjevod's vases, made from folded paper, combine organic forms with colors, creating a visual presence that resembles porcelain.
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